The East Palace

TV SERIES 2026 1 SEASON

Overview

A man who walks the spirit world and a court lady who hears the dead enter the East Palace by the king's orders — can they unravel its dark secrets?

This production, originally released in 2026, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Mystery, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.2 across its 1 season.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Mystery and Action & Adventure.
• Produced in South Korea.
• Original Language: Korean.

Directed By

Choi Jung-kyu

Written By

Kwon So-ra, Seo Jae-won

Starring Cast

Nam Joo-hyuk

Gu-cheon

Roh Yoon-seo

Saeng-gang

Cho Seung-woo

King (Lee Yeon)

Jang Young-nam

Queen Dowager

Seasons

Season 1

8 Episodes • Aired 2026-07-17

Set during a fictionalized Joseon Dynasty, it follows Gu-cheon, an arrogant ghost-slayer who can walk between worlds, and Saeng-gang, a lowly court lady who hears the dead, as they team up to save the last royal heir.